Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival
Sail over to the Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival for less with our great travel offers, valid 26-28 September:
- 20% off vehicle ferry travel
- £13.50 adult foot passenger day return
- £6.70 child foot passenger day return
- £22.00 adult foot passenger period return
T&Cs apply - see below for details.
What's On
The Isle of Wight Steampunk Festival brings opportunities to dress up in captivating Victorian attire, play traditional steampunk games such as tea duelling and teapot racing, and soak up some eccentric entertainment.
It’s not just for enthusiasts… Newbies are often enthralled by the whole experience! Expect singalongs, spoken word storytelling, creative fun workshops, street performers including Victorian puppeteers, and even a costumed wandering sea monster on stilts - along with a “Steampaws” dog parade, for furry friends with a twist of Victorian elegance!
Think of Air Ship meets Jules Verne, or Starship meets HG Wells and much more as the imagination takes over! Steampunk festivals often showcase elaborate steampunk attire... Corsets, top hats, feathers and leathers, and all sorts of attire from the bygone era.
The main event is two full days of free entertainment, bands, displays, workshops and fashion, along with specialised steampunk-themed market stalls and fun experiences to appeal to all.
The evenings will see musical show performances in across multiple venues in Ryde (Pavilion, Fu Bar, Esplanade Hotel, and The Star) featuring famous Steampunk bands and performers.
Getting There
By car: Esplanade, Ryde PO33 2EL
From East Cowes: Take the Southern Vectis no. 4 from Waitrose (opposite our terminal) and alight at Ryde Station Interchange.
From West Cowes: Take the Southern Vectis no. 1 from outside M&S (Carvel Lane), and change at Newport Bus Station for the no.9 to Ryde.
Travel Offer T&Cs
Vehicle Ferry: 20% off vehicle ferry travel valid 26-28 September 2025, with up to 7 people (additional passenger rates available) in a car. Subject to availability. Conditions: Not valid with any other Red Funnel offer or concession, including standard Travel Card holder discounts. Valid for new bookings only. We reserve the right to withdraw this promotion without prior notice. Standard conditions of carriage apply †A £5 handling charge applies to telephone bookings.
Red Jet: Valid for a £13.50 adult day return, £6.70 child (5-15yrs) day return, or £22.00 adult period return trip taken between 26 & 28 September 2025 on any sailing between Southampton and West Cowes. Travel must start in Southampton. Carriage is subject to availability and is on a first come first served basis. Note: It is not possible to pre-book specific sailing times with these tickets.
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